Meta reportedly developing AI Pendant to expand wearables push

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Islamabad: Meta is reportedly working on a new AI-powered pendant that users could wear around their neck or attach to their clothing, marking the latest step in the company’s growing focus on artificial intelligence-enabled hardware.

According to an internal memo viewed by The Information, the social media giant plans to begin testing the wearable device within the next year.

The reported AI pendant is expected to build on technology developed by Limitless, an AI device startup that Meta acquired in late 2025.

Limitless had developed a wearable AI pendant designed to record and process conversations. Users could clip the device onto their shirt or wear it as a necklace, allowing the AI assistant to capture and organize spoken interactions.

At the time of the acquisition, Meta said the deal would help “accelerate our work to build AI-enabled wearables.”

Challenges facing AI wearables

The move comes as technology companies continue searching for the next major consumer device powered by artificial intelligence.

However, previous AI wearables have struggled to gain widespread adoption. Industry observers have pointed to privacy concerns, limited real-world usefulness and marketing missteps as key reasons why earlier products failed to attract consumers.

Despite these challenges, major technology firms remain committed to developing AI hardware. Companies across the sector, including OpenAI, are continuing to invest in wearable AI devices as they look for new ways to integrate artificial intelligence into daily life.

Expanding smart glasses portfolio

The memo also reportedly outlines broader ambitions for Meta’s wearable technology business.

In addition to the AI pendant, the company is said to be planning an expansion of its AI-powered smart glasses lineup. Meta is also reportedly preparing to launch a new subscription service called “Wearables for Work,” targeting enterprise and workplace users.

The initiative could help Meta strengthen its position in the emerging AI wearables market while creating new revenue streams beyond advertising.

Reality labs under pressure

The reported plans come as Meta seeks to improve the performance of its hardware-focused division, Reality Labs.

The division, which oversees the company’s virtual reality, augmented reality and wearable technology projects, reportedly lost $4 billion during the first quarter of the year.

By expanding its portfolio of AI-powered devices, Meta appears to be aiming to revive growth within Reality Labs and establish a stronger foothold in the future of personal computing.

Meta has not officially confirmed the reported plans. TechCrunch said it had contacted the company for comment.

If testing moves forward as expected, the AI pendant could become Meta’s latest attempt to bring artificial intelligence into everyday consumer devices, joining its growing ecosystem of smart glasses and other wearable technologies.